Paralegal

Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Boca Raton, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Paralegal position at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) involves providing legal support to the Office of the General Counsel. The role includes conducting legal research, managing responses to subpoenas and records requests, assisting with litigation preparation, and supporting administrative operations within the office. The paralegal will work closely with University Counsel and other departments to address legal and regulatory issues, ensuring compliance with university policies and state laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist University Counsel with research of state and federal law, and administrative and fiscal rules and policies.
• Manage the University's response to subpoenas, records requests, and garnishment actions.
• Assist litigation counsel with pretrial preparation and discovery, including record production, witness preparation, e-filing, and scheduling.
• Assist with project and records management, contract review and processing, and administrative operations of the Office of the General Counsel.
• Assist University administrators and inter-institutional groups in resolving specific legal, administrative, and regulatory problems.
• Serve as a liaison between the Office of the General Counsel and other agencies and departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Three years of appropriate experience in a law firm or legal department.

Nice-to-haves

• Paralegal certificate.
• Experience in public sector or higher education.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for state employees.
• Flexible work arrangement plans.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break.
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty.